When it comes to weeknight dinners, we all crave something easy, tasty, and comforting. Enter these oven baked chicken skewers! They’re juicy on the inside, tender, and. packed with flavor – all without any fuss. No frying, no messy cleanup – just a handful of ingredients that come together to create something seriously delicious. Whether you’re making them for lunch or dinner, these skewers are the kind of meal that always hits the spot!
Why Oven-Baked?
Baking these skewers is the easiest way to get perfectly cooked, tender chicken without standing over a hot stove. You get that beautiful caramelization from the oven, with minimal effort. It’s the perfect way to get a flavorful meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
The Chicken: Tender, Juicy, and Full-Packed!
The marinade for the oven baked chicken skewers is where the magic happens. I use a mix of sour cream (or whole milk yogurt, depending on what you’ve got), olive oil, minced garlic, and a blend of cumin, coriander, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. The creaminess of the sour cream helps keeps the chicken juicy, while the spices create a depth of flavor that’s just so good!
Add fresh chopped parsley for some freshness, and you’ve got a marinade that makes the chicken so tender and flavorful!
How to Make Oven Baked Chicken Skewers
To make the oven baked chicken skewers, it requires just a couple steps!
Marinate the Chicken: Combine the sour cream, olive oil, fresh parsley, minced garlic, and seasonings into a bowl then coat the chicken cubes with the marinade. If time allows, let it marinate for about 30 minutes. If you’re in a rush, it’s still delicious with just a quick coat.
Thread the Chicken onto Skewers: Simply slide the marinated chicken cubes on the skewers, making sure they are not too snug or too tight, allowing for even cooking.
Pro tip: For easy cleanup, line a roasting pan with either aluminum foil or parchment paper (you’re welcome). Also, using a roasting pan or a baking pan with a rack helps the chicken cook evenly and ensures it stays juicy while also letting the heat circulate. It’s an extra step but it makes a big difference.
Time to Bake: After threading the chicken onto the skewers, bake them at 450 for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked. Halfway through the bake time, flip the skewers to make sure everything cooks evenly. You can also broil it for about 1-2 minutes if you want to get some char on top.
The result? Tender, flavorful chicken, with just the right amount of char.
See the recipe card below for exact measurements!
Why You’ll Love These Skewers
- Easy and Quick to make!
- Customizable – you can adjust the seasoning to your liking!
- Perfect for Meal Prep!
Whether you pair them with a side of rice, a salad, or just snack on them straight off the skewer, they’re a foolproof, flavor-packed meal you’ll come back to again and again!
These oven baked chicken skewers are proof that simple meals can be bursting with flavor. With just a few ingredients and minimal effort, you’ll have a meal that’s as easy as it is delicious. So grab the skewers, marinate that chicken, and let the oven work its magic – you’ll be enjoying a tasty, no-fuss meal in no time.
Happy cooking!
Oven Baked Chicken Skewers
Course: Main CourseCuisine: Middle EasternDifficulty: Easy4
servings15
minutes30
minutesThese oven baked chicken skewers are marinated and baked to perfection! A simple, flavorful meal thats perfect for lunch or dinner!
Ingredients
1 pound chicken breast or boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
1/4 cup sour cream or plain yogurt
2 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- Garnish (optional)
chopped parsley, as desired
sliced red onions, as desired
- Equipment
Skewers
Baking or Roasting Tray
Directions
- In a large bowl, mix together the sour cream, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped parsley, cumin, coriander, paprika, onion powder, minced garlic, black pepper, and salt.
- Then add the chicken cubes into the marinade. Mix all together until the marinade coats the chicken pieces evenly.
- Cover the bowl, and allow the chicken to marinate for 30 minutes in the refrigerator (if the time allows).
- Preheat oven to 450°F and line a baking tray with parchment paper or foil. Place the rack on top of the roasting tray. Set aside.
- Once the chicken has marinated, thread the chicken onto the skewers. Place the skewers on the rack on the roasting tray.
- Bake the chicken skewers for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through for even cooking. Once the chicken is fully cooked, broil for 1-2 minutes or until there is a slighty charred and golden finish on the chicken. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Remove the skewers from the oven and garnish with chopped parsley and sliced red onions (optional).
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